Chaplain I , PRN

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a PRN On-Site Chaplain to support patients, families and staff through spiritual care. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in theology or related field, with Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) and experience visiting the sick.

Candidates should demonstrate compassion, strong communication, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative pastoral team, with eligibility for endorsement by a faith community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, divinity or related field is required or equivalent education/experience.
• One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent; candidate has up to one year to complete the unit if using equivalent experience.
• Two units of CPE are preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Experience visiting the sick in a ministry capacity.
• Endorsement by a faith community or eligibility for endorsement.
• Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on spiritual care.
• Work independently within a strong pastoral team and collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical staff.

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Pastoral care

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in theology/ministry/divinity or related field

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) unit completed

Two units of CPE (preferred)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Responding to the healing mission of Jesus and the tradition of Catherine McAuley to serve the poor and sick person, we participate in meeting the health needs of the community. Pastoral Services assists the patient, family, and personnel in meeting their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during a time of illness, injury or stress and will minister to all persons, regardless of their belief system. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

PRN On-Site Chaplain Opportunity!

Qualifications

• Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Support Services
• Other Allied Health
• PRN
• Part-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR264001

Education: Bachelor's degree in theology, Ministry, Divinity, or related field; or equivalent education and experience in lieu of the degree in addition to the required experience. One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent experience. If equivalent experience, the candidate has up to one year to complete the unit.

Experience: Experience in visiting the sick in a ministry capacity.

Certifications: In good standing with community and endorsed or eligible for endorsement by faith community.

Other

• Compassion and respect for the dignity of each person.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on the spiritual.
• Ability to be self-reflective about work.
• Responds with respect, graciousness, kindness and spiritual comfort.
• Ability to work independently in the context of a strong pastoral team and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary clinical team to provide quality services resulting in high patient satisfaction.
• Able to work in emotional and stressful situations.
• Advocates for patient, family member or co-worker when the need arises.
• Uses computer systems, pagers, and telephone systems effectively.

Preferred Education: Some master's level work in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity or related field. Two units of CPE.

Preferred Experience: Current healthcare or military chaplaincy experience.

Preferred Other

• Where needed, language skills or experience with specific patient groups served.
• Sensitivity to and respect for various religions.
• Knowledge in areas of pastoral theology, medical ethics, spirituality, death and dying, and crisis intervention.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.